Whipple Procedure
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A New Treatment Leads to a Whipple Procedure
After his pancreatic cancer diagnosis, Guy Davidson looked for the most advanced treatment that would allow him to qualify for a Whipple procedure.
Preparing for a Whipple Procedure: A Roadmap for Patients and Caregivers
Pancreatic cancer survivor Helene Andrews-Polymenis and Dr. John Chabot discuss strategies for preparing for a Whipple procedure.
Here Today Because of a Whipple Procedure
Rick Lenert had a Whipple procedure for stage I pancreatic cancer, followed by many complications but he’s here 18 years later enjoying life.
An Update on the Whipple Procedure
Learn more about the latest developments in the Whipple procedure, the surgery most often used to remove pancreatic tumors.
How to Eat After a Whipple Procedure
Cancer survivor Ann Ogden helps patients learn to cook food that would help them through treatment and recovery after a Whipple procedure.
Surviving Pancreatic Cancer and Embracing Life
Joel Evans’ endocrinologist was concerned so he sent him to get tested for pancreatic cancer. It was caught early enough for a Whipple procedure.
Facing Life’s Challenges
The first time John Sherry faced pancreatic cancer he had part of his pancreas removed; the second time he had a Whipple procedure.
From Whipple to Waikiki
After getting a Whipple for his PNET, Gerard Chezick never imagined that he’d surf in Waikiki . . . but he has and will do it again.
Going Outside Standard Protocol Changed Everything
Sharon Rockmaker was determined to have a Whipple procedure despite having stage IV pancreatic cancer, and she finally did.
The Anatomy of a Whipple Procedure
The Whipple procedure, a surgery used to remove pancreatic cancer in the head of the pancreas, rearranges the digestive system.
From Pancreatic Cancer to Blessed
After recovering from chemotherapy and a Whipple procedure, Linda Burchett knows she is blessed to be able to travel and enjoy life as a long-term survivor.
Two-Year Survivor and Going Strong
Susan Hoopengarner coordinated her care between a local hospital and a major cancer center for chemotherapy and a Whipple procedure.
Around to Enjoy the Simple Pleasures of Life
Ken Vickers is enjoying family, friends, and riding his Harley Davidson around the country after pancreatic cancer and a Whipple procedure.
Very Fortunate to Have the Whipple
Six years after surgery to remove an IPMN neoplasm, Rosemary Buden found out she had pancreatic cancer and needed a Whipple procedure.
No Time To Lose
Eduardo Servin acted pretty quickly when he began itching all over and noticed that he was jaundiced. He believes this saved his life.